The Prisoner (Howard Jones song)
# The Prisoner (Howard Jones song)

"The Prisoner" is a song written and performed by British singer-songwriter Howard Jones. It was included on his 1989 album Cross That Line and released as a single in 1989, reaching number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was the second single from Cross That Line, following "Everlasting Love", a number-one Adult Contemporary hit.

"The Prisoner" also appears on several of Jones' compilation albums, including 1993's The Best of Howard Jones and 2004's The Very Best of Howard Jones.

## Track listings

7"

    A. "The Prisoner" - 4:38
    B. "Rubber Morals" - 4:18

12" / CD

    A. "The Prisoner (The Portmeirion Mix)" - 6:59
    B1. "Rubber Morals" - 4:18
    B2. "Have You Heard the News" - 3:55

## Personnel

* Howard Jones – vocals, keyboards
* Ian Stanley – keyboards
* Chris Hughes – drums
* Andy Ross – guitar
